JOLT Yard Sentinel User manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Please read the Manual before using the
product. This manual will provide you, the
user, with directions for the safe and ef-
cient operation of the Yard Sentinel™.
Before you plug in your unit, it is important
to understand sonic and ultrasonic signals.
The sonic signal is the alarm/harrassment
sound humans can hear. Combining this
sound with ultrasonic may give you better
results for startling and repelling intruders
and pests from your yard. However, if the
sonic sound bothers your neighbours, you
can turn this off using the “Sonic Volume”
dial. Just turn the volume dial to zero.
The ultrasonic signal is the high-pitched
frequency that only animals can hear. This
sound will be emitted whenever your
device is on (plugged in or on battery
power). You can adjust the ultrasonic
frequency using the Frequency dial, but
you won’t turn it off by adjusting either the
Sonic Volume or Frequency dial.
Please do not leave the unit plugged in
when you are not at home.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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INTRODUCTION
This device allows you to rid your yard,
garden or outdoor area of pests hu-
manely and without the use of poison-
ous chemicals.
HOW IT WORKS
The Yard Sentinel™ uses ultrasonic tech-
nology as well as a sonic alarm to repel
pests from your yard. The device is safe
for humans and pets, and won’t even
harm the pests you want to repel.
FEATURES
• AC adapter
• 10 m extension cord (33 ft)
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Battery-operational: Requires 4 C
batteries (not included)
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Intelligent Power System (IPS): AC
power will take priority over battery
when both are installed. In the case
of power failure, device will switch to
battery backup when batteries are
installed
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Ultrasonic: Adjustable high
frequencies that only pests can hear
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Sonic: Audible alarm and harassment
noise
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Modes: Motion Sensor, Constant or
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Continuous Sweep
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Infrared Motion Sensor: Detects pests
in range and activates device
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Operating Time: Select Day, Night or
24 HR
SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not restrict airow around the unit.
Do not position behind furniture or
curtains. For best effect, position in
open areas
2. Do not attempt to open the unit
beyond its functional use
3. This is not a toy. Do not hold up to
your ears with either the ultrasonic or
sonic sounds activated
4. Please consider other people and
their privacy before using the security
alarm.
5. This pest repellent is environmentally
friendly, safe and harmless to pests and
pets
6. Keep the motion sensor lens clean by
periodically wiping with a damp cloth.
7. Remove batteries when not in use to
avoid leakage that could damage the
unit
8. Check all cables used to connect
the device for cracks or damaged
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SETUP
insulation. Do not use the device in
case of defects or serious damage
9. Do not connect any power sources to
4C size battery holder except C size
batteries, or it may damage the unit
You have two options to get your de-
vice started. Your unit came with an AC
adapter. Remove the back cover from your
device and plug in the adapter. You will
see an opening at the bottom of the unit
that you can run the cord through. If you
don’t have an electrical outlet available
in the area, you will need four C batteries
(not included)
When you install power, a red light will
turn on after a few moments. The light will
stay on for about 20 seconds and then
switch off. Your device is now ready to use
All of your controls are located at the back
of your device. Remove the cover to adjust
the following settings as needed
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GUIDELINES
1. With batteries, set the Ultrasonic
switch to Motion Sensor. Doing so will
considerably prolong the battery life.
Set the Motion Sensor Sensitivity to
20-25 for smaller animals (squirrels,
mice, birds) and 15-20 for larger
animals (dogs, raccoons, deer)
2. When plugged-in, use Constant, as
it provides the best protection for
repelling a specic type of animal
3. If you need to repel several types of
animals, set the switch to Continuous
Sweep; the device will then random-
ly cycle through a whole range of
frequencies
4. It’s advised to leave the unit operating
24HR. However, if required, change
the switch to Night (Nocturnal Ani-
mals) or Day (All Animals)
5. If you don’t want to hear the device,
turn the Sonic Volume all the way
down to zero
6. Find the animal category you want to
repel on the frequency dial and point
the knob at the arrow on the left side
of that category for birds, skunks, and
deer, and on the right side for rodents,
cats, dogs, and bats. Other animals
would fall somewhere in between.
Rabbits tend to respond to insects
category
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PLACEMENT
It’s important to place the device where it
will be most effective between 4 inches and
16 inches from the ground depending on
the animal you want to repel and facing
the area where they most like to frequent.
Don’t place it on the ground as this will limit
the effective range of the device. Using the
screws, you can hang the unit on a wall,
tree, fence, stairs, or even on top of your
mail box. If your device is off the ground
and higher than the animal’s eye-level, tilt
it downward somewhat. For animals that
nest in trees – birds or squirrels – place the
device on a tree or rooftop. The ultrasonic
frequency has a range of up to 70 ft (21 m),
but the closer it is to the animal, the more
effective it will be. Ultrasonic signals cannot
penetrate solid surfaces. Make sure there
are no windows, doors, fences or other
items between the device and the area
you want to cover. The ultrasonic sound
emits in a forward direction from the
device with a range of about 170 degrees
horizontal and 60 degrees vertical
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Ultrasonic:
The primary feature of your device is
the ultrasonic signal. This is a high pres-
sure sound that is only slightly audible
to humans. However, it is very effective
at startling and scaring away unwanted
pests. Using a variable pulse generator,
the ultrasonic emits a range of uctuating
sound waves to prevent the pest from
becoming accustomed to the sound.
Using the Frequency dial: In order to use
the ultrasonic signal to best effect, you will
need to become familiar with the ultrason-
ic Frequency dial. Remove the back cover
from your device. It should snap off just
like a lid. The Frequency dial is located in
the top middle. It is the largest dial.
You will see a variety of ranges indicated
around the dial. These ranges are identi-
ed by the animals they ideally repel
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Choose a range that best reects the type
of animal you are trying to repel. Insects
and large animals are repelled by lower
frequencies (counter-clockwise). Rodents
are repelled by higher frequencies (clock-
wise)
Ultrasonic signals travel in a forward
direction. You will need to point the device
towards the area where you are having
the pest problem. The signal will range
170 degrees horizontally and 60 degrees
vertically from the unit
Note: If you have a cat or a dog you may
have to turn the device off when they are
in the yard. This depends on the frequen-
cy you are using because cats and dogs
can have very different levels of hearing
depending on age or size. Other types
of pets such as rodents or insects may be
more sensitive. Ultrasonic waves cannot
penetrate surfaces, so put them in a box or
leave them behind and out of range of the
device
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Frequency Dial:
You will see several types of pests listed
around the Frequency dial and the ranges
of frequencies that are ideal for repelling
them. You can turn this dial to the setting
that best suits your needs. If you are trying
to repel more than one type of pest, set it
somewhere within the ranges of each of
them. Adjust the frequency slightly every
few weeks to avoid the pest adapting to
the sound
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Modes:
The Yard Sentinel™ has three different
modes. Try all three to see what works best
on the animal you are trying to repel
Motion Sensor: The Motion Sensor will
activate the ultrasonic and sonic sounds
when it detects pests within its range
Constant: The Constant setting will acti-
vate the ultrasonic and sonic noises at a
set frequency. The motion detector will
deactivate on this setting
Continuous Sweep: The Continuous
Sweep will activate a range of random
sonic and ultrasonic frequencies. The
motion detector will be deactivated on this
setting. This is helpful for repelling several
different types of pests
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Sensitivity Dial:
The Sensitivity dial adjusts the distance at
which the device’s motion sensor will work
Sonic: In addition to the inaudible
ultrasonic signal, your device is equipped
with a sonic signal. This helps to scare off
any people or pests lurking around your
property or large animals such as bears,
coyotes, racoons, skunks and birds. At full
volume, the sound can be heard up to 300
ft (91m) away. It can also act as a security
alarm for your yard
How to use: The sonic signal is controlled
by the Sonic Volume dial. To turn it up,
turn the dial all the way clockwise. If you
nd the sonic noise bothers you or your
neighbours, you can turn it off by turning
the volume dial all the way down (counter
clockwise) or simply lower the volume
at your discretion. Adjusting the Sonic
Volume will not affect the ultrasonic signal
which emits at a xed rate
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Infrared Motion Sensor:
Your device can be set to activate only
when animals come into range. Set the
mode switch to “Motion Sensor” to select
this feature. When an animal or human
enters the range of the device within 45 ft
(14 m), a red light will go on and the device
will activate both the ultrasonic and sonic.
The range of the sensor may vary due to
ambient temperature
The Motion Sensor is equipped with a dial
that controls its sensitivity. Turn it all the
way up to ensure it works as well as pos-
sible (30). If you nd the device activates
when there are no animals in the yard, turn
it down to about 25
Note: You can test your device to see if it is
working by switching the mode to “Motion
Sensor” and walking or waving your hand
in front. If you see the red light, you will
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Using the A/C Adapter: Remove the back
cover of the unit by gently pulling it off.
Plug one end of the A/C adapter into the 9
volt D/C jack located beside the frequency
dial. Plug the other end into any standard
A/C outlet. Thread the A/C adapter cord
through the notch at the bottom of the
unit and then replace the back cover by
OPERATING YARD SENTINEL
know the movement has been detected. If
the Sonic Volume is turned up, you will also
hear the alarm/harassment noise. The ultra-
sonic signal may also be slightly audible to
some people
Operating Time:
Some pests, like birds, are active only in
the daytime. Others, like raccoons, are
active at night. You can choose whether to
operate your device only in the daytime,
nighttime or all day with the power-saving
Operating Time feature
24 HR
Day
Night
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snapping it into place. If you do not have a
weather-proof electrical outlet, the adapter
should be plugged in indoors. The device
and the 9-volt port are weather resistant,
but it is best to protect the Yard Sentinel™
from heavy rains or snow
Connecting the Extension Cord: To
connect the extension cord, simply plug
in the small side of the extension cord at
the back of the unit where it indicates D/C
9V, then attach the other larger plug to the
A/C adapter
Mounting to a Wall: Two screws and
fasteners are included with this unit for
mounting on walls. Drill the screws into a
suitable wall or upright surface. Align the
notches on the back cover with the screws
and hang the unit.
If installing the unit outdoors, place it at
the height of the pests if possible. If not,
tilt the unit downwards slightly to capture
the pests in the device’s effective range.
The unit must be aimed at the direction of
the pests with no objects (e.g. windows,
walls or fences) in front of it
Training a Pet: Some people try the Yard
Sentinel™out on their pets to see if it works
or to train their pet not to enter a particular
area. It’s important to remember that your
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pet is used to living comfortably in your
home. He may be annoyed by the sound,
but he may not be deterred from the room.
As far as he is concerned your home is his
proper place. An outdoor animal on the
other hand is sensitive to noise and alert to
danger. The same way an alarm will repel
an intruder, the ultrasonic signal will repel
an unwanted animal.
If you want to use the ultrasonic device to
deter your cat or dog from a part of the
house, you may have to train them. When
the device activates, show them what to
do. Demonstrate to them that it’s time to
leave the room when they hear the noise
and that doing this will stop the noise.
Dogs will, of course, be easier to train than
cats
Note: Just like your pet, wild animals will
have certain habits and behaviours that
can change over time. If they are accus-
tomed to nding food in your backyard,
they may continue to come even if they
are disturbed by the ultrasonic, especially
if they can’t nd food elsewhere. The Yard
Sentinel™ is designed to work in combi-
nation with other good pest management
practices
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The Yard Sentinel RC™ remote control is sim-
ple to use with four functions offering optimal
user control over your device. It can operate
up to 80 feet (25 metres) from the device. It
has four buttons that operate the Ultrasonic,
Strobe, Standby mode or Turbo function
Note: The volume settings for the Turbo
alarm function are located at the back of
your device. After plugging in the Yard Sen-
tinel RC™or installing batteries, a red light
will come on for approximately 20 seconds.
Once the unit is powered, the remote can
be used to activate the four functions. The
remote itself uses a 27A 12V replaceable
batteries
REMOTE CONTROL
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Here are some preventive measures you
can take to keep pests out of your home
and yard:
1. Keep garbage lids closed tightly
2. Store food in airtight containers
3.
Don’t leave pet food and water out
overnight
4. Repair plumbing leaks and cracks
5.
Drain all liquids and wash containers
before you put them in the recycle bin
6.
Accumulating paper products such as
cardboard boxes, bags, newspapers,
etc., should be avoided
7.
Keep grass short around the foundation
of the house and the trees and shrubs
planted away from the house
8.
Screen all vent opening such as crawl
spaces, attics or laundry vents
9.
Repair and adjust windows and door
screens
9 TIPS TO KEEP PESTS AWAY
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A/C Adapter
Input: A/C 110-240V, Output: D/C 9V/
500mA x 1 (included)
Plug (Depending On Distribution)
Type A: US, Canada, Mexico & Japan
Type C: Europe
Type G: United Kingdom & Ireland
Type I: Australia & New Zealand
Battery
D/C power sources: four C size batteries or
vehicle power source by connecting cigarette
lighter socket or D/C 12V sealed lead-acid
(SLA) battery (D/C power accessories are sold
separately)
Ultrasonic Frequency
15 kHz to 20 kHz (adjustable)
Output Sound Pressure
0 to 110dB
Power Consumption
0.18W to 1.5W when powered by AC
adapter
0.07W to 0.8W when powered by batteries
Optimum Distance
Infrared sensor: up to 45 ft (14 m)
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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approximately
Ultrasonic effective range: 5,000 sq. ft (465
sq. m) or 70x70ft (21x21m)
Security Alarm/Harassment
Noise Sound Pressure
0-110dB maximum (adjustable), +/-5dB
Operating Time
Adjustable operating time for Day, Night
or 24 HR
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